Trade Finance Analyst

The Vita Coco Company, created in 2004 by Co-CEO Michael Kirban and Ira Liran, produces the leading brand of coconut water in the United States with a growing presence around the world. The Vita Coco Company’s brands include the leading coconut water, Vita Coco; clean energy drink Runa; premium canned water, Ever & Ever; and protein-infused water, PWR LIFT.

In 2021, The Vita Coco Company became a publicly traded, Public Benefit Corporation. With a growing portfolio of natural products, The Vita Coco Company has identified its public benefit purpose as creating ethical, sustainable products that uplift communities and do right by our planet by harnessing and protecting nature’s resources.

In 2022, The Vita Coco Company was certified as a B Corporation™ furthering the Company’s commitment toward operating its business as a force for good, while delivering better-for-you products.

Vita Coco is headquartered in New York City with international offices in London and Singapore.

The Trade Finance Analyst will report directly to the Trade Finance Manager. This role is based out of our NYC HQ.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage and prepare distributor billbacks for all trade spend.
• Conduct detailed reviews of trade invoices from customers to ensure Vita Coco is billed correctly
• Partner with the Trade Finance Manager on the monthly trade accrual. In this capacity, the Trade Analyst will develop a deep understanding of Vita Coco trade spend and interact closely with the Sales team
• Develop a deep understanding of how trade is coded within the organization to ensure accurate trade reporting
• Support the FP&A team with the development of trade reporting, journal entries, and TM1 loads

Skills, Education, Experience & Qualifications:

• Years of experience: 2-3 years of experience in Finance or Accounting
• Professional Experience:

• Demonstrated ability to complete quantitative and qualitative analysis and financial models
• Advanced Excel skills
• Key Skills & Abilities:
• Attention to detail is a must
• Entrepreneurial, self-driven, and ambitious; ability to work independently and directly with senior management on special projects
• Superior writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Related Field
• Technical Skills: SAP Experience, Planning & Reporting Software experience (TM1/Cognos, Hyperion, etc)
• Preferred Experience, Education, Skills:
• Trade Spend experience

At The Vita Coco Company, compensation decisions are dependent upon a variety of factors, which may include, but are not limited to: skill set, experience, education, training, licensure and certifications, knowledge and abilities of the applicant, alignment with market data, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current pay range for this position is $65,000-$75,000. This range may vary for positions that will be performed outside of California, Colorado, Nevada, New York City, Westchester County, NY, Rhode Island, or Washington.

Vita Coco Co. is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Last updated on Jul 26, 2024